Cavity construction with lightweight filler

Abstract

Furniture element or planter with a ceramic outer layer, in particular made of porcelain stoneware, wherein the outer slabs are miter-cut and enclose an internal cavity.

Description

Technical field

[0001] The invention relates to the constructive design of modular furniture bodies and kitchen modules made of porcelain stoneware elements, in which a hollow lightweight construction with internal filling is used for weight reduction and structural stability. Description of the invention

[0002] The system is based on large-format porcelain stoneware slabs, which are attached to a support structure via mitered edges. The interior of the modules is not solidly filled, but contains a lightweight infill such as PU foam, hempcrete, EPS, or mineral foam materials. This infill serves to reduce the weight, provide acoustic damping, and stabilize large surfaces. Mounting points, fasteners, or anchors can also be integrated into the infill. Advantages of the invention - Significant reduction in transport and assembly weight - Maintaining a monolithic appearance despite the inner cavity - Optional integration of technical components (e.g. reinforcements, electrical wiring, brackets) - Use of sustainable or mineral lightweight fillers possible Designs

[0003] The filling can be factory-injected or pre-formed. Suitable materials include, for example, polyurethane foam, hempcrete, mineral foam, or fiber-based materials. The cavity structure can be completely or partially closed. Alternatively, a segmented hollow chamber structure is possible. The exterior cladding consists of porcelain stoneware tiles with mitered edges, bonded with polyurethane adhesive.

Claims

[1] Furniture element or planter with a ceramic outer layer, in particular made of porcelain stoneware, wherein the outer slabs are miter-cut and enclose an internal cavity. [2] Element according to claim 1, wherein the cavity is filled with a lightweight filler, in particular foam, hempcrete, paper honeycomb structure or foamable PU material. [3] Element according to one of the preceding claims, wherein an outer support structure made of cementitious, mineral or lightweight material receives and stabilizes the ceramic plates. [4] Element according to one of the preceding claims, wherein fastening points, technical connections or reinforcement elements are integrated at the factory. [5] Element according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the element is designed as a plant pot, plant container or flower box and optionally includes an integrated drainage opening or water reservoir. [6] Element according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the system can be combined with further modules, in particular within the framework of the JOLLYCORE system. [7] Element according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the outer surfaces are joined seamlessly via miter joints and bonded with PU adhesive.